Serving 284 students in grades 7-12, Tierra Encantada Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tierra Encantada Charter School's student population of 284 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Tierra Encantada Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tierra Encantada Charter School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
90%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)50-59%
66%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tierra Encantada Charter School's ranking?
Tierra Encantada Charter School is ranked #673 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tierra Encantada Charter School?
The graduation rate of Tierra Encantada Charter School is 50-59%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Tierra Encantada Charter School?
284 students attend Tierra Encantada Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Tierra Encantada Charter School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tierra Encantada Charter School?
Tierra Encantada Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tierra Encantada Charter School offer ?
Tierra Encantada Charter School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tierra Encantada Charter School part of?
Tierra Encantada Charter School is part of Tierra Encantada Charter School District.
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